Sweden announces air defence systems transfer to Ukraine worth almost US$113 million
Source: Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, Ebba Busch, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Business, and Industry, and Minister of Education Johan Pehrson, cited by the Swedish newspaper Svenska Dagbladet, as the Ukrainian public broadcaster Suspilne reports
Details: The authors noted that they "can now announce the purchase of air defence systems worth a total of 1.2 billion kronor to donate to Ukraine."
The article specifies that Stockholm will send Robot 70 and Tridon Mk2 air defence systems.
"By supporting Ukraine, we strengthen our own security," the Swedish officials noted.
Background:
The European Union countries were discussing a military aid package for Ukraine amounting to at least €6 billion, aimed at strengthening the country's strategic position ahead of the US-led negotiation with Russia.
Politico's article states that the aid package could be announced ahead of the symbolic visit of European commissioners to Kyiv scheduled for 24 February.
Prior to this, the media outlet reported that the EU was considering a large-scale plan to increase defence spending and provide military aid to Ukraine, with funding expected to reach approximately €700 billion.
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